
Social Policy and Sociology BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Social Policy and Sociology BA (Hons)
Explore how societies work and policies shape lives with our Social Policy and Sociology with Year Abroad BA. Gain global experience, challenge inequality, and graduate ready to create meaningful change in an interconnected world.
Gain global insights and practical skills to tackle complex social challenges. With international experience upon graduation, you’ll be equipped to shape impactful policies and build a career that makes a difference worldwide.
Reasons to study this course:
• World-Class Expertise: Learn from leading academics in a top research-intens...
Explore how societies work and policies shape lives with our Social Policy and Sociology with Year Abroad BA. Gain global experience, challenge inequality, and graduate ready to create meaningful change in an interconnected world.<br/><br/>Gain global insights and practical skills to tackle complex social challenges. With international experience upon graduation, you’ll be equipped to shape impactful policies and build a career that makes a difference worldwide.<br/><br/>Reasons to study this course:<br/> • World-Class Expertise: Learn from leading academics in a top research-intensive university.<br/><br/> • Real-World Impact: Tackle pressing global challenges like inequality, health, and education through a dynamic curriculum.<br/><br/> • Year Abroad Opportunities: Gain global perspectives and cross-cultural skills by studying at an overseas university, enhancing your employability and broadening <br/><br/>your academic and personal horizons.<br/> • Interdisciplinary Learning: Combine insights from social policy and sociology to tackle pressing societal challenges.<br/><br/> • Placements: Apply learning in real-world settings through optional placements, gaining practical experience and industry insights.<br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
28/09/2026
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L34A
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
International Baccalaureate Diploma: 6,5,5 at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDD
BTEC Diploma accepted when combined with an A-level. BTEC Subsidiary Diploma accepted when combined with 2 A-levels. Typical offer grades are for guidance only, and will depend on the subjects you are combining. Please read the entries for both subjects. Where there is a disparity between the typical offer for Subject A and the typical offer for Subject B, the higher offer should be taken as the usual offer for the combination of the two.
A level
A,B,B
General Studies: Accepted
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |